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Latest Review Papers in Environmental Microbiology 2024

A special issue of Microorganisms (ISSN 2076-2607). This special issue belongs to the section "Environmental Microbiology".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2024 | Viewed by 2765

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Hermann J. Heipieper

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Department Environmental Biotechnology, Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ, Permoserstr. 15, 04318 Leipzig, Germany
Interests: biodegradation of pollutants; microbial adaptation to stress; microbial physiology; phospholipid fatty acids (PLFA); bacterial membrane vesicles; cell surface properties; bioremediation of marine oil spills; constructed wetlands
Dr. Nico Jehmlich

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Department of Molecular Systems Biology, UFZ-Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research, 04318 Leipzig, Germany
Interests: metaproteomics; protein-stable isotope probing; microbiome biology; environmental microbiology
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This Special Issue aims to collect high-quality review papers on all fields of environmental microbiology. We encourage researchers from related fields to contribute review papers that highlight the latest developments in their fields, or to invite relevant experts and colleagues to do so. Full-length comprehensive reviews will be preferred.

Dr. Hermann J. Heipieper
Dr. Nico Jehmlich
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Keywords

  • structure and function of microbial communities
  • microbial community genetics, transcriptomics, proteomics and metabolomics
  • microbial interaction
  • microbial communication
  • microbial ecology
  • microbial population biology
  • biogeochemical processes (C, N, P, S-cycles)
  • microbial life in extreme environments
  • evolutionary processes of microbial communities
  • biofilm formation and surfaces of microbes
  • metabolic flux analysis and stable isotope probing (DNA, RNA and protein)
  • microbiome biology of environmental habitats (e.g., soil, rhizosphere or aquifer)
  • microbial treatment: microbial biodegradation, microbial bioremediation, microbial and waste recycling, microbial pesticide, microbial fertilizer, et al.
  • microbial pollution: pathogenic microorganisms in the environment (water/soil/air/food); microbial metabolism and environmental pollution (e.g., microbial toxin), et al.
  • microbiological monitoring: testing methods and monitoring techniques development

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Advances in Research on Bacterial Oxidation of Mn(II): A Visualized Bibliometric Analysis Based on CiteSpace
by Wentao Mo, Hang Wang, Jianghan Wang, Yue Wang, Yunfei Liu, Yi Luo, Minghui He, Shuang Cheng, Huiting Mei, Jin He and Jianmei Su
Microorganisms 2024, 12(8), 1611; https://doi.org/10.3390/microorganisms12081611 - 7 Aug 2024
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Manganese (Mn) pollution poses a serious threat to the health of animals, plants, and humans. The microbial-mediated Mn(II) removal method has received widespread attention because of its rapid growth, high efficiency, and economy. Mn(II)-oxidizing bacteria can oxidize toxic soluble Mn(II) into non-toxic Mn(III/IV) [...] Read more.
Manganese (Mn) pollution poses a serious threat to the health of animals, plants, and humans. The microbial-mediated Mn(II) removal method has received widespread attention because of its rapid growth, high efficiency, and economy. Mn(II)-oxidizing bacteria can oxidize toxic soluble Mn(II) into non-toxic Mn(III/IV) oxides, which can further participate in the transformation of other heavy metals and organic pollutants, playing a crucial role in environmental remediation. This study aims to conduct a bibliometric analysis of research papers on bacterial Mn(II) oxidation using CiteSpace, and to explore the research hotspots and developmental trends within this field between 2008 and 2023. A series of visualized knowledge map analyses were conducted with 469 screened SCI research papers regarding annual publication quantity, author groups and their countries and regions, journal categories, publishing institutions, and keywords. China, the USA, and Japan published the most significant number of research papers on the research of bacterial Mn(II) oxidation. Research hotspots of bacterial Mn(II) oxidation mainly focused on the species and distributions of Mn(II)-oxidizing bacteria, the influencing factors of Mn(II) oxidation, the mechanisms of Mn(II) oxidation, and their applications in environment. This bibliometric analysis provides a comprehensive visualized knowledge map to quickly understand the current advancements, research hotspots, and academic frontiers in bacterial Mn(II) oxidation. Full article
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Candida spp. in Cetaceans: Neglected Emerging Challenges in Marine Ecosystems
by Victor Garcia-Bustos, Inmaculada Rosario Medina, Marta Dafne Cabañero Navalón, Alba Cecilia Ruiz Gaitán, Javier Pemán and Begoña Acosta-Hernández
Microorganisms 2024, 12(6), 1128; https://doi.org/10.3390/microorganisms12061128 - 31 May 2024
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Cetaceans, which are crucial in marine ecosystems, act as sentinels for ecosystem and human–environmental health. However, emerging fungal infections, particularly by Candida spp., pose a growing concern in these marine mammals. This review consolidates current knowledge on the prevalence, clinical manifestations, species distribution, [...] Read more.
Cetaceans, which are crucial in marine ecosystems, act as sentinels for ecosystem and human–environmental health. However, emerging fungal infections, particularly by Candida spp., pose a growing concern in these marine mammals. This review consolidates current knowledge on the prevalence, clinical manifestations, species distribution, and antifungal resistance of Candida infections in cetaceans. We detail the diverse pathogenic impacts of Candida, including respiratory, dermal, and systemic afflictions, underscoring diagnostic and treatment challenges amid rising antifungal resistance. Our analysis extends beyond health concerns in captive cetaceans, where confinement stress heightens vulnerability, to encompass substantial ecological risks in wild populations. The review emphasizes the One Health perspective, linking cetacean health with broader environmental and human public health issues. We particularly focus on the potential zoonotic transmission of emerging fungal pathogens such as Candida auris and the role of environmental changes in fostering antifungal resistance. The study underscores the need for concerted, interdisciplinary efforts in veterinary, medical, and environmental sciences to enhance understanding and management of Candida infections in cetaceans. We advocate for comprehensive monitoring and collaborative research initiatives to mitigate the rising challenge of these infections. Addressing Candida spp. in cetaceans is not just a conservation priority but a critical step in safeguarding overall marine health and, by extension, human health in the context of evolving infectious diseases. Full article
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